494 E  Ash St, Watseka, IL 60970
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OFF MARKET

$50,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 896 sqft

494 E Ash St, Watseka, IL 60970

Est. Refi. Payment $416/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 9, 2005 for $44,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$50.1K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-6.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$9K (-15.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$6K (+13.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +97% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$50K
August 2026$50K
July 2026$54K
June 2026$55K
May 2026$53K
April 2026$52K
March 2026$55K
February 2026$55K
January 2026$51K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.09
Single-Family Home
$41,000
04/09/26
2
1
1,145
0.11
Single-Family Home
$52,500
08/12/26
2
1
888
0.09
Single-Family Home
$70,000
04/21/26
2
1
804
0.16
Single-Family Home
$45,000
10/30/25
2
1
864
0.37
Single-Family Home
$52,000
06/12/26
2
1
850
0.28
Single-Family Home
$43,000
03/03/26
3
1
816
0.10
Single-Family Home
$85,900
09/30/25
3
1
1,170
0.21
Single-Family Home
$28,000
04/03/26
2
1
940
0.14
Single-Family Home
$73,400
08/03/26
3
1
1,064
0.36
Single-Family Home
$85,000
04/16/26
2
1
1,064

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.04
$97,000
4
2
1,686
Recently Sold
0.08
$42,100
2
1
784
Off Market
0.10
$89,500
3
1
1,170
Off Market
0.09
$70,000
2
1
804
Recently Sold
0.13
$120,100
3
2.5
1,288
Off Market
0.11
$52,500
2
1
888
Recently Sold
0.14
$73,400
3
1
1,064
Recently Sold
0.16
$46,600
2
1
864
Off Market
0.09
$20,800
1
-
966
Off Market
0.15
$85,300
3
1
1,356
Off Market
0.11
$143,600
3
2
1,248
Off Market
0.15
$115,000
3
1
936
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1947
896 sqft
$56/sqft
Garage

About this House

Home remodeled a few years ago. Fireplace in corner with blower in living room. Newer kitchen cabinetry with under cabinet lighting. Owner leaving dishwasher, stove, refrigerator and microwave. Owner has moved stackable washer/dryer to main level for convenience in closed area in kitchen. Natural gas for dryer. All newer windows. Can lights, ceiling fans. Two bedrooms with ceiling fans. Two and three way light switches. Insulated. Electric water heater. (2008). Furnace Nov 2008;. 100 amp service. Vinyl sided. Smoke detectors and CO detectors hard-wired in. HWA added. Motivated seller; long compute to work. Bring offer he cannot refuse.
494 E Ash St, Watseka, IL 60970 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 896 sqft single-family home built in 1947. It last sold for $44,000 on Mar 9, 2005. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $50,100, with a rent estimate of $1,109/month.

Home Details for 494 E Ash St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 11, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$49,900
May 6, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$49,900
Price decreased by 5%
Dec 12, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$52,500
Mar 9, 2005
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08188965
Sold
$44,000

Market trends in Watseka

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
25
1
MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Watseka

At least 16 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say there are community events

  • 21 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Stalz61
    "Small town living is the best , see stars at night, kids play with out worrying about getting shot , it’s a safe area "
  • Stalz61
    "Small town living, neighbors watch out for each other , yet large enough to support a Walmart and several restaurants "
  • Johnhutch68
    "Years ago, we used to have events but now the community is very polarized. There aren’t many events anymore. "
  • Jason
    "good neibors, Good schools, Hospital close by, and lots of parks. Needs better restaurants and shops."

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Frequently asked questions about 494 E Ash St

  • What is 494 E Ash St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 494 E Ash St in Watseka, IL is $50,100.
  • What is the price history for 494 E Ash St?
    494 E Ash St in Watseka, IL last sold for $44,000 in March 2005.
  • Is Watseka a buyer's or seller's market?
    Watseka is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Watseka?
    Residents describe Watseka, IL as easy to park in, well-kept, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Watseka, IL.
  • Does 494 E Ash St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 494 E Ash St in Watseka, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 494 E Ash St?
    The lot at 494 E Ash St in Watseka, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,500 sq ft).

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